About 3985 Dorchester Avenue
Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this beautifully updated home offers a rare combination of privacy, nature, and modern updates. Backing to conservation land, the property overlooks a picturesque backyard with mature trees and a peaceful creek, providing scenic views from nearly every window. Enjoy direct access to the Swanson & Trigg walking trail right outside your door. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home features a remodeled kitchen and main level (2017), updated primary bath (2019), new laminate flooring in all bedrooms, water heater (2020), A/C (2022), furnace (2023), and roof (2024). The exterior was freshly painted and the deck repaired in 2025, and brand-new carpet has been installed in the lower level (2026). A truly special setting with no rear neighbors, stunning natural views, and extensive recent improvements makes this home move-in ready and one you won't want to miss.
Open House
Features of 3985 Dorchester Avenue
| MLS® # | 12719349 |
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| Price | $465,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Square Footage | 3,076 |
| Acres | 0.25 |
| Year Built | 1993 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Detached Single |
| Style | Ranch |
| Status | New |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Not Applicable |
| Taxes | $10,874 |
Community Information
| Address | 3985 Dorchester Avenue |
|---|---|
| Area | Gurnee |
| City | Gurnee |
| County | Lake |
| State | IL |
| Zip Code | 60031 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
|---|---|
| Parking | Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| New Construction | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier |
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | No |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Partially Finished, Partial, Daylight |
Exterior
| Exterior | Cedar |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Nature Preserve Adjacent, Wooded |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
School Information
| District | 121 |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Spaulding School |
| Middle | Viking Middle School |
| High | Warren Township High School |
Additional Information
| Days on Market | 2 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | @properties Christie's International Real Estate |
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